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What is brake fluid?

Car brakes on your car use fluid pressure to work. When a car’s brake pedal is pushed, a plunger in the brake’s master cylinder pressurises the brake fluid that resides in the hoses and pipes to make the other components of the braking system move.

How long does brake fluid last?

This varies from car to car, but most manufacturers suggest that the fluid is replaced at least every couple of years. Although the fluid is in a sealed system, moisture can still find its way in. It corrodes components over time and decreases the temperature at which the fluid is supposed to boil. Furthermore, as the internal components of the braking system wear out, debris contaminates the fluid, jamming everything up. All of this impacts on how well the brakes function, particularly in constant stop-start traffic with heavy braking.

What are the possible signs that a car needs new, or more, brake fluid?

If the brakes on a car feel in any way as though they are not functioning correctly.

When the car’s brakes are spongy when pressed.

When fluid is new, it has a light amber colour to it, so that is what to look out for.

As the light amber fluid darkens, which is a sign of contamination, the need to change it increases.

If the fluid ever becomes darker than brown, or even black, then it should be changed immediately.

How long does it take to change brake fluid?

The fluid can be easily replaced in around 15-30 minutes, depending on the vehicle.

How much does brake fluid cost?

The fluid is relatively inexpensive, certainly compared to the cost of replacing a corroded master cylinder, so it’s important to keep an eye on it.

The cost can vary from vehicle to vehicle but should be less than £50.

How can you save money (and the environment) while you drive?

As every garage owner will tell you, there are some tried and tested ways to cut down on your petrol costs
(and consumption) while you’re out and about in Hereford or beyond. One is to shut your windows. If you can hear that wind
noise in your car it’s costing you more to drive. This is because the car becomes less aerodynamic and has to work harder to
motor along. Removing a roof rack will improve your fuel efficiency for the same reason. Another useful tip is to combine short
trips into one; each time you drive after your car has been parked for a while the engine will be cold and need to use a
lot more fuel for the first 5 miles or so. If you do one trip from school drop-off to supermarket to office you’ll use far
less fuel than if you do all those trips individually.